Martina Caviglia

Dr. Martina Caviglia

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Academic Career Length

4Years (2023-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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10 March 2023 in Medicina
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Teresa GriecoTeresa Grieco
Teresa Grieco
MCMartina Caviglia
Martina Caviglia
GCGiuseppina Cusano
Giuseppina Cusano
ASAlvise Sernicola
Alvise Sernicola
CCCamilla Chello
Camilla Chello
GPGiovanni Pellacani
Giovanni Pellacani
Background and Objectives: JAK inhibitors entered current clinical practice as treatment for several immune-related diseases and, recently, for atopic dermatitis. These drugs target the Janus Kinase intracellular cascade, rendering them suitable for treating both Th1 and Th2 immune-mediated responses. Materials and Methods: We report the case of a 36-year-old male patient presenting an overlap of ulcerative colitis, a Th1-related disease, and atopic dermatitis, a Th2-mediated condition. Treatment with upadacitinib was initiated, and laboratory and instrumental follow-ups were carried out for 8 months. Results: The complete and persistent clinical remission of both conditions was observed at a low dose of 15 mg of upadacitinib, even though ulcerative colitis guidelines usually recommend a dosage of 45 mg. No serious adverse responses to therapy were reported. Conclusions: Upadacitinib may be the most suitable management strategy in subjects with coexisting severe conditions mediated by Th1 inflammation, such as ulcerative colitis, and by Th2 cytokines, such as atopic dermatitis.

14 May 2025 in Diagnostics
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MCMartina Caviglia
Martina Caviglia
Shaniko KaleciShaniko Kaleci
Shaniko Kaleci
PFPasquale Frascione
Pasquale Frascione
MTMiriam Teoli
Miriam Teoli
MFMaria Concetta Fargnoli
Maria Concetta Fargnoli
VMVictor Desmond Mandel
Victor Desmond Mandel
Background: Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) of the ocular and periocular region is characterized by a painless progressive extension. An early diagnosis can limit the extent of facial tissue involvement and subsequent resection resulting in better cosmetic and functional results. Objectives: The aim is to provide the largest and most up-to-date overview of ocular and periocular BCCs. We also reported the first case of caruncle BCC investigated by dermoscopy and reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM). Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis (Prospero ID CRD583032) were carried out by searching PUBMED–MEDLINE, including all articles with a full-text English version and with BCCs in eyelids, medial and lateral canthus, caruncle, conjunctiva, and orbit. The following data were collected: authors, year, title and type of publication, medical specialization, number, sex, age and comorbidities of the patients, anatomic localization of the disease, clinical and dermoscopic aspect, histological examination, and treatment. Results: We identified 731 articles through a database search, of which 236 articles matched our inclusion criteria. A total of 71.730 patients with ocular and periocular BCCs were included in the present study, and all data collected were reported in a dataset. Most of the articles included were described by ophthalmologists (67.5%), dermatologists (11.2%), or plastic surgeons (5.6%). The proportional meta-analysis revealed varying significance and heterogeneity for each type of study included. Conclusions: BCC more frequently affects the lower eyelid. The most common BCC subtype of ocular and periocular area is the nodular form. Limited data are available concerning the application of dermoscopy and RCM in this area. RCM may be particularly useful for early diagnosis, mapping, and treatment monitoring of ocular and periocular BCCs. Surgery still remains the first-choice treatment.

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MTMiriam Teoli
Miriam Teoli
MCMartina Caviglia
Martina Caviglia
FRFederica Rega
Federica Rega
LBLuca Barbieri
Luca Barbieri
Ardigo MarcoArdigo Marco
Ardigo Marco
VMVictor Desmond Mandel
Victor Desmond Mandel
Background: Lymphomatoid papulosis (LyP) is a primary cutaneous CD30-positive T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder presenting with self-healing erythematous papulonodular lesions that may ulcerate and scar. Treatment varies by lesion extent, location, and severity. Case Report: We describe a 57-year-old man with acral LyP successfully treated with chlormethine gel (CG). The patient experienced impaired second finger mobility for over 3 months due to an ulcerated nodular mass. After 3 months of CG treatment, complete remission, symptom resolution, and full joint recovery were achieved. Six months post-treatment, the patient remained in remission. Conclusions: This case underscores the effectiveness of CG in achieving sustained remission in acral LyP, suggesting its potential as a treatment option for this rare condition.